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NOW Supplements, Omega-3 Mini Gels, 180 EPA/120 DHA, Molecularly Distilled…

Omega-3
Softgel
Omega
180

4.6/ 5 on Amazon3,500Amazon ratings2,000+bought last month4.5ProductDome score

More reviewed than 73%

High confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology

Best forYou want a high count bottle of fish oil in a smaller, easier to swallow softgel

A large-count fish oil softgel from an established supplement brand, with a smaller pill size aimed at easier swallowing, worth considering for anyone already sold on fish-sourced omega-3.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 131 omega-3 we track

4.5/ 5ProductDome scoreHigh confidence

Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.6★4.6

4.6★ across 3,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 1,400 ratings4.4

3,500 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score4.5

2,000+ bought on Amazon last month.

Data quality · 11% of score3.8

Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.

The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 131 omega-3 we track - how the scorecard works · full omega-3 data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.

Overview

NOW Omega-3 Mini Gels pack 180 mg EPA and 120 mg DHA per softgel in a molecularly distilled fish oil formula, sold as a 180 count bottle geared toward cardiovascular support.

The mini gels framing points to a smaller softgel size than standard fish oil capsules, which matters for anyone who has struggled to swallow full-size omega-3 softgels. Molecular distillation is a purification step NOW highlights to address contaminant concerns common to fish oil, though the listing doesn't provide third-party testing detail beyond that description.

180 mg EPA and 120 mg DHA per softgel
180 softgels per bottle
Molecularly distilled fish oil
Halal certified

Who it's for

Suits adults wanting a fish oil supplement with an easier-to-swallow softgel size, sourced from fish rather than algae or krill. Not an option for anyone with a fish allergy, and not suited to those wanting a vegan omega-3 source.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out

180 count bottle lasts months at typical dosing
Smaller mini gel size for easier swallowing
Molecularly distilled, Halal certified

What to check first

Contains fish, not suitable for fish allergies or vegan diets
No seller description detailing sourcing beyond the label attributes

Performance notes

Each softgel is stated to deliver 180 mg EPA and 120 mg DHA, and the 180 count bottle covers roughly six months at one softgel daily, or three months at two. The product is Halal certified and molecularly distilled, a process meant to concentrate omega-3s while reducing contaminants.

Specifications

Brand	Now
Model	1685
Form	Softgel
Supplement Type	Omega
Count	180
Flavor	Omega-3 Mini Gels 180 EPA/120 DHA
Benefits	Heart Health Support
Diet	Halal
Allergens	Fish

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in omega-3.

Product	Amazon rating	Ratings	ProductDome score
NOW Supplements, Omega-3 Mini Gels, 180 EPA/120 DHA, Molecularly Distilled…This product	4.6 / 5	3,500	4.5 / 5
Nature Made Fish Oil Omega 3 SupplementsNATURE	4.8 / 5	11,000	4.7 / 5
Nordic Naturals Ultimate OmegaNordic	4.7 / 5	59,000	4.6 / 5
NatureWise Extra-Strength Omega 3 Fish Oil SupplementNatureWise	4.7 / 5	9,500	4.6 / 5
Dr. Tobias Omega 3 Fish Oil 2000mg Triple Strength with 800mg EPA 600mg DHA Per ServingDR	4.6 / 5	36,800	4.6 / 5

Frequently asked

Questions about the Now 1685

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

How much EPA and DHA does each softgel contain?

Each softgel is listed as providing 180 mg EPA and 120 mg DHA.

Is this fish oil suitable for someone with a fish allergy?

No, the product's allergen listing states it contains fish.

How long does a 180 count bottle last?

At one softgel a day it covers about six months, or three months at two softgels daily.